Jessica Singh Thakuri Crowned Miss Vibhaa 2025

Kathmandu – The grand finale of “Miss Vibhaa 2025” concluded in style at Hotel Yak & Yeti on Wednesday, where Jessica Singh Thakuri was crowned the winner among 15 finalists.

Thakuri impressed both the judges and the audience, earning the prestigious title as well as two additional awards: Miss Beautiful Skin and Best in Evening Gown.

Alongside her, Nishita Joshi was announced as the first runner-up, Nisha Shrestha as the second runner-up, Ashma Rijal as the third runner-up, and Teena Pariyar as the fourth runner-up.

The competition also honored participants with special category titles. Ashma Rijal won Miss ICT Award, Nisha Shrestha took home Best Makeup Look, Teena Pariyar was named Best in Swimsuit, and Aakriti Ghimire earned the title of Miss Eco Queen.

Adding to the glamour of the evening was the special presence of Miss Grand India 2025 winner Vishakha Kanwar.

According to organizer Uddhab Adhikari, founder of Umanga Creation, this was the sixth edition of the event. While previous winners represented Nepal at Miss Universe until 2023, the pageant now sends its champions to compete in Miss Grand International. This year’s winner, Thakuri, will represent Nepal at the global stage, while the runner-ups will receive various prizes.

Adhikari also revealed that from this edition, the pageant is being expanded internationally in collaboration with India. He emphasized that beauty pageants like Miss Vibhaa not only celebrate glamour but also promote cultural exchange and tourism.

The newly crowned queen received an elegant crown designed by Shree Om Jewellers, valued at approximately 2.5 million rupees.